2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 465 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.
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 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
| Model | Atos | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
