1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Fellow | i20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2525 mm |
