1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 189 kg more than 1965 MG MGB.
Because 1965 MG MGB 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 1965 MG MGB. 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, 1965 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Lantra | MGB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
