1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Pony | Signum |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |