2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 365 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 1981 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Atos | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Atos | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |