2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Audi A1.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | S-MX | A1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
