2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
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 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 938 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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 1973 Nissan Violet. 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 (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Santa Fe | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
