2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 138 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.
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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 1979 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Atos | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
