1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, both 1970 Ginetta G21 and 1970 Triumph 1300 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 38 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Because 1970 Ginetta G21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ginetta G21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Triumph |
| Model | G21 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
