2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Atos | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
