1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1952 Fiat 1900 (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1900 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
