1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 1400 | Lantra |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |