1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (145 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm). This means 1990 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 2100 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
