2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 39 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
