1959 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 773 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |