2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 115 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
