1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 794 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1966 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1966 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 130 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
