1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 40 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
