1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 269 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G12 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
