1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 504 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1958 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1958 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | 2-Litre | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |