1999 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 200 weights approximately 145 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, 1999 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 200 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:
| 1999 Rover 200 | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 200 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
