2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1971 Ginetta G15
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1971 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Transit Connect | G15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
