1981 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 247 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32.
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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Cortina | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Cortina | G32 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2220 mm |
