1984 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Getz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (99 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Getz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
