1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (54 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Atos (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1200 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
