1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1969 Ginetta G15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 873 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1969 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 500 | G15 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
