1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 740 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
