2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,491 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | Getz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |