1952 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 640 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. 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 Ford Consul. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
