1970 Rover 3.5 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 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 835 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 Rover 3.5 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 Rover 3.5. 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 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Rover 3.5 | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Rover | Hyundai |
Model | 3.5 | Atos |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |