1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32.
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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 1100 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
