2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
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 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 835 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Santa Fe | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
