1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1972 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 466 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
