1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Berline | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
