2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1980 Nissan Laurel 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 1980 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1980 Nissan Laurel (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
