1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
