2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Seat 1430
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 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 755 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Santa Fe | 1430 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |