2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 82 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1956 Volkswagen Beetle (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
