1979 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i10 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i10 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |