2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
