1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 586 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 1600 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
