1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 1500 | G33 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
