1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | i10 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
