2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 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 95 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 998 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. 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 1975 Renault 12. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Renault 12 | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | 12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |