1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 198 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1000 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
