1980 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 14 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 316 weights approximately 315 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | OT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
