1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 116 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 973 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Corolla | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |