1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
