2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 950 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ginetta G4 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 1960 Ginetta G4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Mondeo | G4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 23 L |
