1983 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 273 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Honda Civic (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Atos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
