1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 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:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1800 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
