2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 879 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |