1982 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 402 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Getz |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
