1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 433 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Ginetta | Triumph |
| Model | G21 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
