2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1974 Zastava 1300 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 1974 Zastava 1300. 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, 1974 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Zastava |
| Model | Atos | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
