1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Biscayne | H1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
