2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 268 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Accent | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
