1978 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 18 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2525 mm |
