2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 898 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |