1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 94 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 2010 Hyundai Accent
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model Spider Accent
Year Released 1967 2010
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1777 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1132 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4046 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 45 L


 

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