2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1964 Rover P6

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 483 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 1964 Rover P6 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 1964 Rover P6. 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, 1964 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Atos 1964 Rover P6
Make Hyundai Rover
Model Atos P6
Year Released 2007 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 1978 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 5000 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67 mm 85.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 85.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 797 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 54 L