1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1145 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | OT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
