1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 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 310 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 528 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Simca |
| Model | A3C | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
