1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 815 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Abarth | Bizzarrini |
| Model | 500 | A3C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 361 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
