1971 Ginetta G21 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ginetta G21 (85 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Ginetta G21 (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ginetta G21 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volkswagen |
| Model | G21 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
