1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 253 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
