1973 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 317 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1993 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
