1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 965 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taunus | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |