1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Oxford weights approximately 129 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morris |
| Model | G21 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
