2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Santa Fe | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |