1962 Skoda Felicia vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 845 kg more than 1962 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Skoda Felicia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Skoda Felicia | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | Felicia | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
