2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 134 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Suzuki Swift (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Atos | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 884 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2250 mm |
