1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, both 1996 Fiat 131 and 1996 Hyundai Lantra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131.
Because 1996 Fiat 131 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 1996 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 131 | Lantra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |