1961 Cadillac Sixty 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 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 Cadillac Sixty. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Sixty | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
