2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 133 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Atos | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
