1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor 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 62 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 55 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morris |
| Model | G21 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
