2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 2007 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1978 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1978 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Hyundai | Innocenti |
| Model | Terracan | Mini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
