1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
