1964 Abarth 595 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1491 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Abarth | Hyundai |
| Model | 595 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
