1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 235 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 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. 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 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
Model | Valiant | Getz |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |