1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulia | i20 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2525 mm |