1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto 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 183 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 783 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Punto 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:
1997 Fiat Punto | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Punto | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |