1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 805 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Alfasud | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
