2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | i30 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
