1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1968 Toyota 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 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 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 41 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 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 Toyota 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | 1000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |