1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ginetta G32 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ginetta G32 (145 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1990 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 500 | G32 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2220 mm |
