1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 256 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | GTA | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
