1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1993 Peugeot 309 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 309 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
