2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 67 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Accent | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1017 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |