2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (137 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 376 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
