2012 Fiat Linea vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Fiat Linea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Linea.
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 i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Linea | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Linea | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
