1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 393 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Hyundai Atos (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
