1997 Honda Today 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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today 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 52 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Today | i20 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
