1989 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Croma. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 444 kg more than 1989 Fiat Croma. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Croma. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Croma | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Croma | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
