2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500.
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 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |