1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 358 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.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Mustang | Atos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
