1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera 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 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | i20 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2525 mm |