2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 941 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
