2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 85 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atos | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
