1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 745 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
