1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 905 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Ritmo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
