1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 618 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G21 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
