1979 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Cortina (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 58 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Because 1979 Ford Cortina 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 1979 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1979 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Cortina | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Atos |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
