1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 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 166 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 995 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | A 35 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
