1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
