1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
Model | Stratos | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |