1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Because 1993 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 1993 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, 1993 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mustang | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Atos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
