1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 51 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 955 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.
Because 1960 Ginetta G4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ginetta G4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Ginetta | Seat |
| Model | G4 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2642 mm |
