1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 848 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1100 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
