1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1968 Ginetta G15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1968 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 500 | G15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
