1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 66 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 249 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ginetta G21 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Ginetta | Vauxhall |
Model | G21 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |