2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 156 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Getz | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
