1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Avanti | Hyundai |
| Model | Avanti | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
