1966 Fiat OT vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 575 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.
Because 1966 Fiat OT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat OT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | OT | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
