2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
