2012 Hyundai Atos vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 220 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 1982 Nissan Leopard 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 1982 Nissan Leopard. 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, 1982 Nissan Leopard (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Atos | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | Leopard |
Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |