1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 131 | Terracan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |