2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 265 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 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
