1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 980 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900. 2012 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Fiat 1900 2012 Hyundai Terracan
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model 1900 Terracan
Year Released 1952 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 75 L


 

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