1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2000 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 130 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
