1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 24 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 302 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | A3C | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2300 mm |
