1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 48 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Berline | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
