1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 309 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
