2001 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Terracan (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Terracan | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
