1969 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 624 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Capri | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 45 L |
