1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 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 15 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ginetta G4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 126 weights approximately 140 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ginetta G4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 126 | G4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
