1961 Austin A vs. 1971 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1971 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1971 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | A | GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
