1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Carina | i20 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |