1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34.
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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Cortina | G34 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1050 mm |