2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
