1972 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 631 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 504 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 504 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
