2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Because 1999 Panoz AIV 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 1999 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Hyundai | Panoz |
| Model | Coupe | AIV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
