2012 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | i30 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
