1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Alfasud | i20 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |