1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 1 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 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsair | Atos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
