1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 127 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
