2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (54 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 111 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2001 Hyundai Atos (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Atos | Today |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
