1997 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic.
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 i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | i20 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2525 mm |