2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
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 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica 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 176 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 (292 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
