1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 405 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
