1978 Renault 18 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 18 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
