2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1982 Toyota Starlet (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
