2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1959 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | A10 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2070 mm |