1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 139 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | GT | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
