1981 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. 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 i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | i10 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
