1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Atos and 1998 Saab 900i were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Saab 900i. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 900i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 498 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 Hyundai Atos (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Atos | 900i |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
