1950 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1950 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Beetle | i30 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |