2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Atos | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
