1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini A3C 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Seat |
| Model | A3C | 124 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
