1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunbird | i10 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
