1986 Lada Riva vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Riva 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 1986 Lada Riva. 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada Riva | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Riva | Atos |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |