2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 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 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
