1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini A3C 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 272 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1966 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | A3C | Corona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
