1973 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 60 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 705 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Atos |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
