1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1800 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2615 mm |
