1998 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Atos |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 797 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 |