1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Barchetta | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
