1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1400 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
