1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 133 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
