1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 5 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
