1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 581 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | RZ | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
