2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (54 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
