1960 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Corona weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Atos (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona. 2011 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1960 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1960 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Toyota Corona | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corona | Atos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
