2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 463 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
