1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,654 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 144 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 332 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 1968 Fiat 850. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
