1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Atos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
