1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 405 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 70 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |