1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1000 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 1968 Simca 1000. 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 (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Lantra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
