1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | 98 | i20 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2525 mm |