1971 Ginetta G21 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 35 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ginetta G21 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 1263 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, 2006 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ginetta G21 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Ginetta | Kia |
| Model | G21 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
