1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
