1993 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Hyundai Lantra | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Lantra | ForFour |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |