2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1958 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Atos | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |