1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corona | Getz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
