2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 203 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Atos | Stellar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
