2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica 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 58 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Publica 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 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Lantra | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Lantra | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
