1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 13 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia. 2000 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Lantra | Fabia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |