1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | i20 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2525 mm |