1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Fellow | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2560 mm |
