1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 722 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Zodiac | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |