1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
