1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 562 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Hyundai |
Model | 3000 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |