1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 681 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 1996 Mazda Sentia 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 Mazda Sentia. 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Sentia | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Sentia | Atos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
