1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Giulia | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
