1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ginetta G4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ginetta | Subaru |
| Model | G4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 64 L |
