1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 51 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 107 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1200 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
