2003 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Fit | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
