2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Accent | A1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
