1968 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 986 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | 1600 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
