1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 148 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100.
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 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1100 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
