1970 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, both 1970 Audi 100 and 1970 Ginetta G21 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Because 1970 Ginetta G21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ginetta G21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Audi | Ginetta |
| Model | 100 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
