1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 29 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 979 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G21 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1960 mm |
