1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 2008 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1400 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
