1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada 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 101 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. 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 1978 Fiat Strada. 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) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Strada | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Strada | Terracan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |