2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Volkswagen |
| Model | G34 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1480 mm |
