2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
