2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,456 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 150 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. 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 1966 Wartburg 311. 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 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Wartburg |
| Model | Santa Fe | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
