1966 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
