2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 890 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
