1974 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 206 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Getz (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Passat | Getz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
