1996 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1998 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 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
