1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 1971 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Marcia | GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
