1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 786 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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 1959 Fiat 2100. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 2100 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
