1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 133 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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ginetta G21 | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
Model | G21 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |