1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | i30 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1591 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
