1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
