1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 750 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
