2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 634 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. 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, 1996 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Atos | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
