2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Atos | Valiant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |