1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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 Ginetta G21 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 1400 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
