1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2011 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1981 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1981 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Esprit | Atos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |
