2002 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 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, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Capa 2012 Hyundai Atos
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Capa Atos
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5450 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2390 mm


 

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