1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 486 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Because 1990 Ginetta G33 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ginetta G33. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G33 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
