1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1954 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 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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.
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1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 1900 | ix20 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2615 mm |