1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 974 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Vivace | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |