1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1028 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 1100 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
