1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 435 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Morris |
| Model | A3C | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
