1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mazda |
| Model | G4 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
