2003 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. 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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A2 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
