2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Santa Fe | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |