2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
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 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 Opel Kadett. 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 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Santa Fe | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
