2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1956 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Santa Fe | 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
