1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 1240 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ginetta | Honda |
| Model | G4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 50 L |
