1958 DKW 600 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 DKW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 DKW 600 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 DKW 600. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW 600.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 DKW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW 600. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 DKW 600 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | DKW | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 671 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
