2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 458 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 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 Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 2009 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1996 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1996 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Hyundai | Innocenti |
Model | Elantra | Mille |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |