1951 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1977 Hyundai Pony is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Hyundai Pony.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1977 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | 40 | Pony |
Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |