2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris 1800 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 86 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. 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 1972 Morris 1800. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Morris |
| Model | Santa Fe | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
