2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,456 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 153 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 910 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. 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 1969 Peugeot 204. 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 (297 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 204 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
