1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Giulia | i20 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2525 mm |