2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Sport 800 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 1970 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30, 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 i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai i30 | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | i30 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |