1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 15 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Lantra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1867 mm |