1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette 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 62 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 254 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Vedette | G21 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
