2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 976 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
