1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Horizon | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | Horizon | Atos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
