1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 795 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1200 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
