1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
