2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica 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 174 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
