1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 747 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taunus | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
