2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 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 135 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. 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 1974 Renault 5. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
