1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Seicento | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |