1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1978 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
