2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 174 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
