1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 798 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
