1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
