2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 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 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Atos | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
