1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. Both 1950 Jeep CJ3A and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe are equipped with a 2,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 851 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Jeep | Hyundai |
| Model | CJ3A | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
