1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ginetta G15 (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1970 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 500 | G15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
