2011 Audi A1 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A1 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A1 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 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 | 1040 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2525 mm |
