2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Atos and 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 689 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Atos | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Atos | 166 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 226 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 821 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |