1990 Ginetta G32 vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 364 kg more than 1990 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G32 | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G32 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
