1943 Citroen 7A vs. 1978 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1978 Hyundai Pony is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 7A weights approximately 95 kg more than 1978 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1978 Hyundai Pony 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 1978 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 7A, 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.
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1943 Citroen 7A | 1978 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | 7A | Pony |
Year Released | 1943 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |