1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | i20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2525 mm |
