1966 Fiat OT vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 691 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat OT 2009 Nissan Frontier
Make Fiat Nissan
Model OT Frontier
Year Released 1966 2009
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1280 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 232 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1446 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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