1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta 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 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Invicta | i20 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |