1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 126 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
