1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Getz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
