2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 715 kg more than 1961 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
