1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP) has 281 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
Model | A3C | 1500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |