1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2525 mm |
