1968 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 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 107 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301.
Because 1968 Simca 1301 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 1968 Simca 1301. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1301 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1301 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:
| 1968 Simca 1301 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1301 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
