1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 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 139 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1622 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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 1966 Fiat 500. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat 500 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model 500 Terracan
Year Released 1966 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 75 L


 

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