1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. 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, 1978 Ford Taunus (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taunus | Atos |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1085 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |