1958 Porsche 356 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | 356 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2615 mm |
