2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 815 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Santa Fe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
