1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 123 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1998 Hyundai Atos (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
