1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
Model | 2300 | G34 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |