1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 60 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 555 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Abarth | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
