1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 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 40 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 315 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Simca |
| Model | GT | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
