2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1999 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
