1976 Renault 14 vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 193 kg more than 1976 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 14 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 14 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
