1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | Lantra | P4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 54 L |