2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | MiTo | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
