1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 680 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | A3C | Publica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
