2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Hyundai | AC |
| Model | Santa Fe | 428 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
