1964 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 943 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Sport 800 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sport 800 | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1525 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
