1996 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | i10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
