1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
