2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos 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 7 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 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 1976 Lancia Stratos. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
