2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
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 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Santa Fe | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
