1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Mustang 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 1991 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Atos |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
