1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 39 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 743 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Hyundai Pony | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Pony | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
