1972 Nissan President vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan President weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan President 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 1972 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan President | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | President | Getz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
