1966 Ginetta G12 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 333 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ginetta G12 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mazda |
| Model | G12 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
