2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 548 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atos | Magna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
