1964 Wartburg 312 vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 92 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Wartburg 312 | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Wartburg | Hyundai |
| Model | 312 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
