2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Atos | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Atos | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |