1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 31 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 267 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Getz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1187 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 |
