2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 456 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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 1968 Peugeot 504. 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 (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 504 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
