2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | TE-50 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
