1999 Audi A2 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
