1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 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 167 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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 1969 Fiat 500. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |
