1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 43 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mazda |
| Model | G4 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 50 L |
