1983 Honda Prelude 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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Prelude weights approximately 90 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Prelude | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Prelude | Atos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
