2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1961 Skoda 1200 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 1961 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1961 Skoda 1200 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Atos | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
