1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 238 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corolla | Atos |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |