2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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 109 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 694 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
