2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett 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 93 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 931 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
