1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Mirafiori | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
