1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model 1200 Terracan
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 140 km/hour 168 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 75 L