2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 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 1963 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Atos | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
