1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 973 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1200 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
