1999 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
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 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Insight | Atos |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |