1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Taft | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
