1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Applause | Atos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
