1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Because 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 2009 Hyundai Getz
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model 2000 Getz
Year Released 1970 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 185 km/hour 173 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1187 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 45 L


 

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