1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Because 1968 Pontiac GTO 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 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | GTO | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2615 mm |
