1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 664 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | 75 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |