2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Terracan | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 480 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 |
