1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1585 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.
Because 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Hyundai |
| Model | Silver Spur | Atos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 35 L |
