2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Atos | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
