1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2615 mm |
