2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 998 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 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 1972 Innocenti Mini. 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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Hyundai | Innocenti |
| Model | Santa Fe | Mini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2050 mm |
