1999 Ginetta G34 vs. 1978 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 121 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ginetta G34 | 1978 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mazda |
| Model | G34 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
