1955 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 939 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Beetle | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
