1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace 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 27 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 244 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Vivace | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
