2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. 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 1965 NSU 1000. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | NSU |
| Model | Santa Fe | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
