1996 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Samara weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos. 2012 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Lada Samara | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Lada | Hyundai |
Model | Samara | Atos |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |