2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1964 Mini MK I
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini MK I 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 208 more horse power than 1964 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1964 Mini MK I. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini MK I. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini MK I has manual transmission. 1964 Mini MK I 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 | 1964 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Santa Fe | MK I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
