1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 443 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1500 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
