1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 531 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 75 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
