1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 401 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 Hyundai Euro 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Euro 1 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1534 mm |
