2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 873 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 1962 Vauxhall Victor
Make Hyundai Vauxhall
Model Santa Fe Victor
Year Released 2006 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1813 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 48 L