2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 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 1960 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Lantra | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Lantra | 1400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |