1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 940 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Prefect | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Prefect | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
