1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ginetta G21 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Trabant |
| Model | G21 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
