1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 956 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Vega | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |