2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 143 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Atos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
