1976 Peugeot Peugette vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot Peugette has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot Peugette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot Peugette | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | Peugette | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
