1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown 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 1958 Toyota Crown. 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
