2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Renault 12
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 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 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 147 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 789 kg more than 1972 Renault 12. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
