1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Zodiac | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |