1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 846 kg more than 1951 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Zephyr | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
