2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Atos | A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
