2001 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Hyundai Lantra (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Fit | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
