2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Beetle 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 157 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
