1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2005 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 500 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1050 mm |
