1966 Fiat OT vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 892 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat OT | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | OT | Mustang |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |