1971 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 640 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
