1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 675 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. 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, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Abarth | Bizzarrini |
| Model | 600 | A3C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
