1966 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 864 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 850 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 850 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |