1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda 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 110 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
