1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 128 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
