1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Lantra | 504 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
