1976 Chevrolet Pickup vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Pickup would be higher. At 3,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Pickup | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Pickup | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |