1981 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Atos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
