1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2011 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1100 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2525 mm |
