2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 3 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 450 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
