1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 820 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | OT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
