1974 Ginetta G15 vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1974 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ginetta G15 | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ginetta | Ford |
| Model | G15 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
