1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai H100 (85 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai H100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | H100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
