2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 31 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terracan | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
