1962 DAF 750 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | DAF | Hyundai |
| Model | 750 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
