1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 52 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 125 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model 125 Santa Fe
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1608 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1062 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 75 L


 

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