1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 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 44 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 129 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G21 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
