2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 514 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Getz | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
