1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 146 | i20 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |