2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 744 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. 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 (250 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Santa Fe | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
