1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2615 mm |
