1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Junior | i20 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2525 mm |