2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 BMW 318.
Because 1982 BMW 318 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 1982 BMW 318. 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
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2006 Hyundai Atos | 1982 BMW 318 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Atos | 318 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |