1975 Honda Z vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 899 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. 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 i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Z | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Z | i30 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |