1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 884 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 124 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
