First, we got the N 74 Vision Concept. We caught a good look at Hyundai’s project at this year’s Seoul Mobility Show, and we bit hard on the nostalgic design that Hyundai has brought to the table. The N 74 Concept was modeled after the Pony, Hyundai’s first-ever concept car that was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro.
Now, Hyundai has remade its 1974 concept car, the Pony, once more. Done in commemoration of the inaugural Hyundai Reunion in Lake Como, Italy, the rebuilt Pony Concept has been restored and recreated faithfully to the original and exacting specifications with original materials. It’s no secret that the N 74 and the Pony are related. The “74” in N 74 relates to the year that the Pony Concept was introduced.
“The Pony Coupe Concept reflects the company’s gratitude and dedication to the challenging spirits that people at Hyundai Motor had back in 1974. The rebirth of the Pony Coupe Concept is a meaningful milestone in the history of Hyundai Motor because it signifies not only our beginnings but also our commitment to the future with our new dreams.”
SangYup Lee
Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center
Remade: The 1974 Hyundai Pony Coupe Concept
Hyundai pads on the nostalgia with yet another retro-inspired project, this time it’s the brand’s first-ever concept car from the 70s.
Earl Lee on May 19, 2023You are here:HomeLatest StoriesNewsRemade: The 1974 Hyundai Pony Coupe Concept
First, we got the N 74 Vision Concept. We caught a good look at Hyundai’s project at this year’s Seoul Mobility Show, and we bit hard on the nostalgic design that Hyundai has brought to the table. The N 74 Concept was modeled after the Pony, Hyundai’s first-ever concept car that was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro.
Now, Hyundai has remade its 1974 concept car, the Pony, once more. Done in commemoration of the inaugural Hyundai Reunion in Lake Como, Italy, the rebuilt Pony Concept has been restored and recreated faithfully to the original and exacting specifications with original materials. It’s no secret that the N 74 and the Pony are related. The “74” in N 74 relates to the year that the Pony Concept was introduced.
“The Pony Coupe Concept reflects the company’s gratitude and dedication to the challenging spirits that people at Hyundai Motor had back in 1974. The rebirth of the Pony Coupe Concept is a meaningful milestone in the history of Hyundai Motor because it signifies not only our beginnings but also our commitment to the future with our new dreams.”
SangYup Lee
Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Center
At the time, in 1974, The Pony was considered a high-tech concept—ahead of its time, if you will. The concept served as the inspiration for Hyundai when it drew up the N 74 Vision Concept which was showcased earlier this year. The hydrogen-electric development concept vehicle was also displayed next to the vehicle which we consider to be the experimental IONIQ 6 N. After the IONIQ 5 N was announced, the model prompted some debate about the future of electric performance cars, a boundary that Hyundai will continue to push the more it gets into the annals of history with its electric models.
Minimalism was a key factor that made the Pony Concept remake a stunning piece in photos, and we can only imagine how great this would look in person. The boxy yet flowing lines of the coupe give it a retro-modern aesthetic, and its interior also reflects the visions of the past.
The remake is still alive today in the N 74 Vision Concept, but it never reached production back in the 70s due to the economic climate of South Korea at the time. Now, the concept continues to inspire Hyundai today, with the brand’s latest hydrogen concept getting a body similar to what Hyundai dreamed up back then.
Related Articles
Hyundai IONIQ 9 earns top five-star Euro NCAP safety ratingHyundai confirms future models, including new hybrids and EVsHyundai holds first Cars and Hoops event with fans in ParañaqueHyundai’s next EV is previewed through the IONIQ THREE ConceptAll-new Hyundai Venue makes a comeback in the Philippines
Latest News
- Suzuki Philippines and DES Strong Motors unite for a cleaner coastline at ICC 2025 / NewsJerome Tresvalles · Oct 06, 2025Suzuki Philippines joins the 2025 International Coastal Cleanup in Bohol, promoting unity and action for a green future.
- Astara might bring more cars and EVs to the Philippines soon / NewsShaynah Miranda · Oct 06, 2025Astara Philippines plans to launch new models and electric vehicles soon after recent management changes.
- Changan Philippines introduces Nevo A05 plug-in hybrid / NewsShaynah Miranda · Oct 03, 2025Changan introduces the Nevo A05 plug-in hybrid sedan in the Philippines with 130 km EV range and 1,250 km total driving range.
Popular Articles
- Cheapest cars under P700,000 in the PhilippinesJerome Tresvalles · Sep 02, 2024
- First car or next car, the Ford EcoSport is a tough package to beatJun 18, 2021
- Car Maintenance checklist and guide – here’s everything you need to knowEarl Lee · Jan 12, 2021
- Most fuel efficient family cars in the PhilippinesBryan Aaron Rivera · Nov 27, 2020
- 2021 Geely Okavango — Everything you need to knowJoey Deriquito · Nov 19, 2020
- Family cars in the Philippines with the biggest trunksSep 20, 2023
- Head to head: Toyota Rush vs. Suzuki XL7Joey Deriquito · Oct 28, 2020
- Why oil changes are important for your carEarl Lee · Nov 10, 2020
- 2021 Kia Stonic — What you need to know about itJoey Deriquito · Oct 16, 2020
- Top 7 tips for buying a used car in the PhilippinesJoey Deriquito · Nov 26, 2020
