2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
