1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 578 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz, 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 Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 750 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
