1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 228 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 600 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 1969 Fiat 600. 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 (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
