1986 Ginetta G32 vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 79 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 157 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ginetta G32 | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G32 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 753 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
