1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 939 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2012 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Fellow | Sonata |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2794 mm |