2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Atos | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
