1970 Ginetta G21 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 947 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ginetta G21 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G21 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
