1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 1900 | i20 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
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 | 1100 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |