1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 and 1998 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 156 | Atos |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |