1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ginetta G4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ginetta G4 (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ginetta G4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4.
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, 1960 Ginetta G4 (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Ginetta G4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 133 | G4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
