1983 Fiat Vivace 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 Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Vivace | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Vivace | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
