1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 163 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1975 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1975 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Avanti Avanti 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Avanti Hyundai
Model Avanti Santa Fe
Year Released 1975 2007
Engine Size 6570 cc 3342 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 443 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2710 mm