2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Mistral. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 503 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mistral 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 | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Santa Fe | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
