1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | GT | Atos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
