2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 114 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 Elantra (185 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
Model | Elantra | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |