1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lantra | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
