2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1966 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Hyundai | Steyr |
| Model | Santa Fe | 650T |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
