2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Renault 4
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 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 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 166 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 784 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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 4. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
