1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 40 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4685 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 |
