1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ginetta G12 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ginetta |
| Model | 750 | G12 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
