1976 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 9 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Atos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
