1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 130 | G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
