1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 576 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
