1997 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 173 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Carina | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Carina | Getz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
