1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
