1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 173 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ginetta G weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | 126 | G |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
