1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Alfetta | i20 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |