2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1958 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1958 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 403 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
