1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulietta | i20 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| 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 | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2525 mm |
