2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 912 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 1971 Renault 10. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
