1973 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 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 55 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 127 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2525 mm |
