1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 803 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Ritmo | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Ritmo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1643 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |