1953 Fiat V8 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 895 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat V8 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3045 mm |
