1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 675 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 1976 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Atos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
