1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 629 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1400 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
