1978 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | GTS | i40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
