1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 575 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel, 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Mangusta | Excel |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |