2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1992 Maserati Shamal 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 1992 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Atos | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
