2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 224 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 Morgan 4 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 1981 Morgan 4. 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
| Model | Atos | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
