1955 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. 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 1955 Ford Popular. 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 (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Popular | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |