1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 911 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
