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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 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 970 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 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. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Seicento 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:
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 | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 245 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 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |