2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1962 Seat 1400
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Seat 1400 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1962 Seat 1400 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1962 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1962 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Atos | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
