1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Fellow | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
