2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai H100 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai H100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 2008 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | H100 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
