1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 978 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
