1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 708 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Centura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Centura | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
