2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 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) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 885 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. 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 1960 Wartburg 311. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Santa Fe | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
