1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Primera | i20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
