2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Santa Fe | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
