1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 700 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2615 mm |
