1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Atos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Carina | Atos |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |