1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Ginetta G40
To start off, 1995 Ginetta G40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ginetta G40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ginetta G40 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ginetta G40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Ginetta G40.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1995 Ginetta G40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Cortina | G40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
