1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 294 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 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 1400 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
