1999 Ford O21 C vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford O21 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 413 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | O21 C | Atos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
