1983 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Meteor | Atos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
