1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 22 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 946 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 127 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
