2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 440 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Atos | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |