2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1960 Steyr 500

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 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 142 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. 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 1960 Steyr 500. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 1960 Steyr 500
Make Hyundai Steyr
Model Terracan 500
Year Released 2006 1960
Engine Size 2902 cc 489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 486 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 1850 mm