1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 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 86 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1950 mm |
