1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 12 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1059 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1966 Fiat OT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Volante | OT |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1280 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 37 L |