1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 19 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 530 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 208 | OT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |
