2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 7 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 68 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
