2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 895 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Santa Fe | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
