1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1967 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 210 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1967 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Bizzarrini |
| Model | 595 | GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
