1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 323 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1953 GAZ M-20 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GAZ | Hyundai |
Model | M-20 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2119 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |