1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Concerto | i20 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2525 mm |
