1996 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 137 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Getz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
