1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Corona | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corona | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
