2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 200 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Accent | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
