1976 Buick Estate vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Estate | Atos |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |