1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
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, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lada |
| Model | G12 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
