2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 848 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. 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 (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
