2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 563 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.
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 Toyota Picnic (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 2001 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic 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 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Atos | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
