1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 25 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 76 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volkswagen |
| Model | G21 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
