1962 Rover P5 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Rover P5 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | P5 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2525 mm |
