2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Because 2000 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ginetta | Honda |
| Model | G34 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
