1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 536 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Austin | Hyundai |
Model | A 55 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |