1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 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 57 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1418 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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 1985 Caterham 1700. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Caterham | Hyundai |
| Model | 1700 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
