2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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 (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Palio | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
