1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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.
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1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 1900 | i20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |