1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | i20 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2525 mm |
