1993 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 1993 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 19 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2525 mm |
