1966 Fiat OT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 619 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat OT 2011 Volkswagen Touran
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model OT Touran
Year Released 1966 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1280 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 170 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 60 L


 

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