2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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 Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | MiTo | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
