1996 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2011 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CRX | Atos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
