2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget 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 139 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 975 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
