1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Getz (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 223 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Getz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
