1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 329 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.
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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (145 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm). This means 1990 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Cortina | G32 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2220 mm |
