2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 955 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
