1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1992 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1992 Ginetta G33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ginetta G33 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500.
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, 1992 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm). This means 1992 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1992 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ginetta |
| Model | 500 | G33 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
