1973 Honda Life vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Getz |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |