2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 71 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
