2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 514 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Terracan | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
