2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa 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 124 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Santa Fe | Europa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |