1971 Ginetta G21 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G21 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1971 Ginetta G21 (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ginetta G21 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G21 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2010 mm |
