2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1995 Toyota Century

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Century weights approximately 915 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 1995 Toyota Century 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 1995 Toyota Century. 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, 1995 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 1995 Toyota Century 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. 1995 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Atos 1995 Toyota Century
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Atos Century
Year Released 2007 1995
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1084 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 58 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5450 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 2850 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2870 mm


 

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