1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Getz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
