2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 261 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Atos | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |