1971 Ginetta G21 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ginetta G21 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morgan |
| Model | G21 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
