1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Corsair | G34 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1050 mm |