1983 Mini MK V vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mini MK V would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1983 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mini MK V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK V | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | MK V | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
