2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 2007 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1998 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Strada | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
