1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 600 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1050 mm |
