1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Barchetta | i20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2525 mm |
