1954 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 853 kg more than 1954 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 1954 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 (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 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 1954 Ford Consul. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
