1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 21 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 715 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Mondial | OT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 37 L |
