2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 851 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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 1971 Porsche 914. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 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 | 1776 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
