2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2001 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 1,085 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MCC Smart (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart.
Because 2001 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MCC Smart (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Hyundai Atos | 2001 MCC Smart | |
Make | Hyundai | MCC |
Model | Atos | Smart |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 2600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1820 mm |