1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1965 Ginetta G10
To start off, 1965 Ginetta G10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ginetta G10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ginetta G10 (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ginetta G10 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1965 Ginetta G10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 1200 | G10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
