2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 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 130 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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 1966 Simca 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Santa Fe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
