1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 302 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ginetta G33 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ginetta | Mazda |
Model | G33 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 48 L |