1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G33 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 91.5 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 | 874 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |
