1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Cortina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1965 Ford Cortina (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Atos |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
