2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frogster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frogster (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 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 Opel Frogster (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frogster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Atos | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
