1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Falcon | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
