2012 Hyundai Atos vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 699 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Avanti Avanti 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 1973 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Atos | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Hyundai | Avanti |
| Model | Atos | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
