2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia 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 (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 852 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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.
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2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Santa Fe | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |