1971 Ginetta G21 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 24 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 648 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ginetta G21 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G21 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
