1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat OT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | OT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 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 | 645 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
