2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 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) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Terracan | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
