2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Atos | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | President |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3040 mm |