1979 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 196 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1979 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Carina | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Carina | Getz |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
