1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1400 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1110 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
