1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 4 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 215 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Junior | OT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
