1996 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 1996 Honda NSX 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 1996 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Atos |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |