1990 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | ix20 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2615 mm |