1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1997 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
