1970 Ginetta G15 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G15 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volkswagen |
| Model | G15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
