2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Atos | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
