1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 336 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pony | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
