2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,084 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
