1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Avanti | Hyundai |
| Model | Avanti | Atos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
