1990 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 161 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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 (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 400 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
