2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite 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) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1962 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1962 Lotus Elite 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 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Santa Fe | Elite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
