1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 488 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
