1963 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
