1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 8 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Atos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 35 L |
