1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1986 Porsche 911

To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Porsche 911 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 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Hyundai Atos 1986 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Atos 911
Year Released 1998 1986
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 999 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 138 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 797 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 80 L


 

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