1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 1995 Ginetta G40
To start off, 1995 Ginetta G40 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ginetta G40 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ginetta G40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Ginetta G40.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 1995 Ginetta G40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 2300 | G40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
