2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 133 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 2001 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
