1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Getz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
