2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 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 102 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 784 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Simca |
| Model | Santa Fe | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
