1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
