2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Atos | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
