2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2009 Fiat 500 and 2009 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1085 kg |
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 | 5.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |