2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 498 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 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Atos | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
