1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 813 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 8V has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 8V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 8V | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
