1991 Ginetta G vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G 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 150 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mazda |
| Model | G | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
